EYE SURGERY ASSOCIATES - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Chief for the Department of Ophthalmology at Memorial Regional Hospital
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialist

Arthur M. Fishman, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist with Eye Surgery Associates. Dr. Fishman is a specialist in cataract/refractive surgery. He attended Tulane University, graduating with honors and serving as Vice President for Finance of his undergraduate class. He received his Medical Degree in 1981 from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Fishman served his internal medicine internship at Philadelphia's Albert Einstein Medical Center. Dr. Fishman completed his ophthalmology residency as chief resident at the New York College of Medicine in 1985. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Fishman was in private practice until he joined Eye Surgery Associates in 1994. Dr. Fishman has served as Chief for the Department of Ophthalmology at Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood, FL and Memorial West Hospital in Pembroke Pines, FL. Dr. Fishman currently serves as Chairman of the Board at the Surgery Center of Weston in Weston, FL. Dr. Fishman specializes in cataract and intraocular lens implantation surgery. He has performed well over 25,000 of these procedures. Dr. Fishman was a pioneer in modern small incision, no-stitch, topical anesthesia surgery with the use of only eye drops to perform the cataract procedure. In 2004, Dr. Fishman was selected to be one of the first ophthalmologists in the state of Florida to utilize the Crystalens accommodative intraocular lens implant to provide his patients with a solution to presbyopia or problems with reading. Dr. Fishman's patients benefit from the ReSTOR and Tecnis multifocal intraocular lenses, with the ability to see at distance, intermediate, and close up without the use of spectacle correction or contact lenses. Dr. Fishman is constantly seeking ways to make procedures for cataract removal safer, more effective and even more predictable through the use of advanced technology. He now offers Bladeless Laser Cataract Surgery with the newest advances and precision of the femtosecond laser. Dr. Fishman's expertise, skill, and techniques interfaced with the latest technology and advanced intraocular lens implants allow patients to achieve their desired vision correction goals and resume their lifestyles in just a few days after surgery. Dr. Fishman has been actively involved as the Principal Investigator in several key clinical research trials. His research findings have been presented to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and have resulted in the advancement of intraocular lens implants, surgical solutions, and ocular medications. He has been invited to lecture about his clinical trial experiences and remains dedicated to the advancement of safer, more effective, and more predictable patient outcomes and to the enrichment of his profession. Dr. Fishman is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Florida Society of Ophthalmology, the Miami Ophthalmological Society, and currently serves as a managing partner for Eye Surgery Associates. Dr. Fishman specializes in cataract and intraocular lens implantation surgery. He has performed well over 25,000 of these procedures. Dr. Fishman is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the International Society of Refractive Surgeons, the Florida Society of Ophthalmology, the Miami Ophthalmological Society, and currently serves as a managing partner for Eye Surgery Associates. Dr. Fishman enjoys golf, horse racing and spending time with his wife, Debbie and their three sons. Education May 1976 Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana: B.S. Biology September 1976 - June 1977 Hahnemann Medical College, Department of Anatomy, M.D. - Ph.D. Program: M.D. Medicine May 1981 Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: M.D. Medicine Post Doctoral Training July 1981 - June 1982 Albert Einstein Medical School, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Internship, Internal Medicine

David Jones, MD., Ph.D is a board-certified ophthalmologist with Eye Surgery Associates of Broward County. He is fellowship-trained in the medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the anterior segment of the eye including Cataracts, Cornea and External disease, and Refractive Surgery (Refractive intraocular lens implants). Dr. Jones graduated with the highest scholarship from Oregon State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry and Biophysics. He continued his education at the prestigious Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland where he earned a PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics. During his graduate research, he applied his lifelong knowledge of optics and vision to the study of the olfactory system, our sense of smell. He hypothesized that the inner workings of the olfactory system may be similar to the visual system. He was the first to identify unique molecular components of the olfactory system that proved that vision and olfaction share similar molecular machinery. Because of his academic achievements he was honored to be a fellow of both the National Science Foundation and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. In addition, upon completion of his thesis, he was awarded the David Israel Macht Prize for outstanding graduate research. His groundbreaking research helped establish the molecular basis of olfaction and laid the foundation for the future discovery of the olfactory odorant receptors by researchers at Columbia University, an achievement for which they were awarded the 2004 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine. Dr. Jones furthered his scientific career as a post-doctoral fellow in the Gene Expression Laboratory at the renowned Salk Institute for Biological Studies in La Jolla, California where he studied nuclear hormone receptors and their role in vertebrate development and embryogenesis. Dr. Jones thoroughly enjoyed scientific research but, as time went on, realized that he wanted to have a more direct impact in applying advances made in the laboratory to the improvement of the human condition. Therefore, he decided to broaden his education and apply his scientific expertise to improving our day-to-day lives through the practice of medicine. He was uniquely qualified for and attended the University of Miami School of Medicine PhD-to-MD program for Physician-Scientists. After earning his medical degree, he was fortunate to be invited to complete his ophthalmology residency and fellowship training at the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute of the University of Miami. His research during this time focused on the molecular basis of dry eye disease and the development of new, innovative methods of corneal transplantation surgery. Since completion of his formal academic training, Dr. Jones has worked in both private practice and as a faculty member of the Duke University Eye Center where he served as Medical Director of Refractive Surgery Services for the Duke Eye Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He also served for several years as Staff Physician at the Cleveland Clinic Florida in Weston. As a member of Eye Surgery Associates, Dr. Jones continues to apply his medical and scientific expertise to the benefit of his patients. He performs complex cataract extraction surgery, the latest in corneal surgery techniques including DSEK/DSAEK, and all-laser refractive surgery for the correction of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism to reduce dependence on glasses and contact lenses. Dr. Jones also provides the latest in intraocular lenses including accommodating/pseudo-accommodating lens implants such as the ReStor, Crystalens, and ReZoom lenses for patients who desire reduced dependence on glasses after cataract surgery. Dr. Jones is a member of multiple professional associations including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, The American Medical Association, the Florida Society of Ophthalmology, and the Broward County Ophthalmology Society. He has written several book chapters and published numerous research articles. On a personal note, Dr. Jones resides in Davie, Florida with his wife and two children. He enjoys spending time with his children assisting in their extracurricular activities. In his spare time, he enjoys boating, fishing, and physical training. Education 1993 M.D., Physician-Scientist Program (PSP), University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida

Dr. Albert G. Caruana Jr. is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical and surgical diseases of the anterior segment of the eye. Dr. Caruana is fellowship trained in the area of corneal disease, cataract surgery, refractive surgery and external diseases of the eye. Dr. Caruana graduated Magna Cum Laude from Duke University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. He completed his medical training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. During medical school, Dr. Caruana discovered his interest in ophthalmology while assisting with the treatment of severe eye injuries while rotating on the trauma service at Parkland Hospital in Dallas. Driven to pursue a career in ophthalmology, Dr. Caruana completed his ophthalmology residency at Maryland General Hospital in the University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore. He served as chief resident in his final year of residency. His interest in cataract surgery and love for surgical procedures capable of restoring and improving sight led him to return to U.T. Southwestern Medical Center to complete a fellowship in Cornea, Refractive Surgery, and External Disease of the Eye under Dr. James McCulley. Born and raised in South Florida, Dr. Caruana returned to his hometown after fellowship to practice at Cleveland Clinic Florida's Department of Ophthalmology in Weston, Florida. He built a successful practice at the Cleveland Clinic, where he served as Department Chair and Center Director of Ophthalmology. Dr. Caruana was honored to join the excellent team at Eye Surgery Associates in 2014. As a member of Eye Surgery Associates, Dr. Caruana continues to offer compassionate and quality care for his patients. He specializes in cataract surgery, specialty lens implants (including the latest in multifocal, toric, and accommodative lenses), corneal surgery (including DSEK and DMEK), and external disease of the eye. He is very passionate about the technological advances in the field of ophthalmology that help patients enjoy better quality of life with their vision and more freedom from eyeglasses and contact lenses. Dr. Caruana is very pleased to offer surgical treatment for problems eye such as cataracts, myopia (near-sightedness), hyperopia (far-sightedness), presbyopia (age-related loss of near vision), or astigmatism. Dr. Caruana is a member of professional societies including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Caruana, himself a native of Davie/Cooper City, currently resides there and practices in both the Weston and Hollywood offices of Eye Surgery Associates. He enjoys fitness, cooking, travel, and technology. Education University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Dr. Guy Angella M.D. is a board certified ophthalmologist and also has additional fellowship training in glaucoma. He performs modern cataract surgery including the use of techniques to reduce dependence on eyeglasses after surgery. This includes the use of small incisions, non-invasive anesthesia, surgical astigmatism correction, astigmatism correcting lens implants, and multifocal lens implants to reduce the need for reading glasses. In addition, his practice also focuses on the treatment of glaucoma, which affects a large part of the middle age and elderly population. A native of Hollywood, Florida, Dr. Angella attended Nova Elementary School and then completed high school at Pine Crest Preparatory School in Fort Lauderdale. By entering the medical profession, he followed in the footsteps of his father, Joseph Angella, M.D., who practiced pediatrics for 25 years at Children's Medical Center in Hollywood and Pembroke Pines. Dr. Angella graduated Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Boston College in 1990. He attended medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville and graduated with honors in 1995 after election into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Dr. Angella wanted to add to his education by exposing himself to the field of medicine as it is practiced in other countries around the world. Therefore, he added a year to his training, during which he worked in hospitals, clinics, and operating rooms in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He had the opportunity to train in Cardiology at the Brompton Heart and Lung Institute in London, Ophthalmology at Shaare Zedek Hospital in Jerusalem, and Internal Medicine and Surgery at rural hospitals in Zimbabwe. In 1999, Dr. Angella completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida and then undertook an additional year of fellowship training in glaucoma at the same institution. He also completed extensive research during this time, including participation in studies to develop glaucoma medications for both Pharmacia and Allergan Pharmaceuticals. His goal was to return to South Florida to practice near his numerous immediate and extended family members. He had previously been a patient at Eye Surgery Associates as a teenager and was very happy to join the practice as a physician in 2000. Dr. Angella is married to Faren Angella M.D., a cardiologist, and they have a son Joseph, who was born in 2001. Most of his time out of the office is spent with his family, coaching and watching kid's sports, cooking, and playing guitar. Education MD University of Florida College of Medicine - 1995, Honors for Research, Alpha Omega Alpha BS Boston College - 1990, Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude

Dr. Karen Alvarez is a fellowship-trained, board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist. She is trained to diagnose, monitor, and medically or surgically treat various ocular and visual disorders. This includes strabismus in adults and children, pediatric neuro-ophthalmology, amblyopia, ptosis, lacrimal tear duct blockages, eyelid cyst, and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) among others. Dr. Alvarez is originally from Barranquilla, Colombia but was raised in Miami and attended the local public schools. She attended the University of Miami for her undergraduate training and Nova Southeastern University for medical school. She completed her ophthalmology residency at Interfaith Medical Center/St. John's Episcopal Hospital in New York and her fellowship training at Baylor University-Texas Children's Hospital. Dr. Alvarez spent her first 4 years as a pediatric ophthalmologist and refractive surgeon in the US Army. She then left the Army and spent 7 years in Jacksonville, Florida working as a pediatric ophthalmologist. While in Jacksonville, she served in a variety of leadership positions including Chief Pediatric Ophthalmologist at Wolfson's Children's Hospital, Director of the pediatric neuro-ophthalmology clinic, and pediatric visual electrophysiology at Nemours Children's Specialty Care. Dr. Alvarez decided to become a pediatric ophthalmologist due to her love for strabismus surgery and because she sincerely enjoys working with children. Dr. Alvarez has a very strong interest in the diagnosis and treatment of neuro-ophthalmic problems in children. Dr. Alvarez is returning to South Florida to take care of her community and be closer to her family. Dr. Alvarez is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS). She is fluent in English and Spanish.

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• Physician

Dr. Kristie Garcia is an optometric physician. She is Florida Board certified in therapeutic eye care. She provides comprehensive and routine eye care for children and adults including prescribing glasses, pre and post operative care for cataract surgery. Dr. Garcia is experienced in treating and evaluating eye conditions including, but not limited to cataract evaluation, dry eye and blepharitis. In her scope of practice, Dr. Garcia strives to incorporate the latest optometric developments and advancements. Dr. Garcia graduated with honors from Nova Southeastern University, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. She then graduated with honors from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry with a Doctorate in Optometry as well as a Bachelor of Science in Vision Science. While at Nova, Dr. Garcia was on the Dean's list and participated in Vision Screenings for Opening Eyes for Special Olympics. Dr. Garcia is currently a member of the American Optometric Association, Florida Optometric Association, and Broward County Optometric Association. Dr. Garcia, a native Floridian decided to become an optometrist to help patients the way she was helped as a child and was given glasses that made a significant difference in her life. She had previously been a patient at Eye Surgery Associates as a child and was very happy to join the practice as a physician. Dr. Garcia currently accepts new patients at all three Eye Surgery Associates locations in Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, and Weston. She is fluent in English and Spanish. Education Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry - Ft. Lauderdale, FL Doctorate of Optometry Bachelor of Science in Vision Science Nova Southeastern University - Ft. Lauderdale, FL Bachelor of Science in Biology

Fernandez Bahamonde JL, Roman Rodriguez CF, Fernandez Ruiz MC. Central corneal thickness as a predictor of visual field loss in primary open angle glaucoma for a Hispanic population. Seminars in Ophthalmology. 2011, 26 (1), 28-32.

Job Titles:

• President of the Miami Ophthalmologic Society

Dr. Sandberg is a Board Certified ophthalmologist, a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a Voluntary Professor of Ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Sandberg was born in New York City. He received his B.A. degree Phi Beta Kappa from Johns Hopkins University, and his M.D. from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honor Society. He completed his medical internship at New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Sandberg served two years in the United States Public Health Service doing cancer research at the NIH, then spent a year in Israel establishing a cancer chemotherapy program at Tel Hashomer Hospital. He completed his residency training in Ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and has remained active on the voluntary faculty. Dr. Sandberg has served as President of the Miami Ophthalmologic Society and as Chairman of the Dept. of Ophthalmology of Hollywood Memorial Regional Hospital. He also served on the executive committee of the Florida Society of Ophthalmology and on the board of directors of the Memorial Same Day Surgery Center. Dr. Sandberg has volunteered for surgical missions to third world countries to train local ophthalmologists in cataract and oculoplastic surgery. He has a particular interest in oculoplastic surgery (functional and cosmetic eyelid surgery, blepharoplasty, ptosis, ectropion, entropion, blocked tear ducts). He has lectured to physicians and community groups, published scientific articles, and participated in research studies on oculoplastic surgery, cataract and intraocular lens surgery, lasers, glaucoma, and the latest treatments for diabetic retinopathy and macula degeneration. Education 1963-1967 John Hopkins University School of Medicine, M.D. Alpha Omega Alpha. American Cancer Society Research Scholarship. 1960 - 1963 John Hopkins University, B.A. Phi Beta Kappa. AED (Honorary Pre-Medical Society). Vice President of Class, Honor Commission. Intercollegiate Basketball. Post Doctoral Training 1971-1974 Ophthalmology Residency, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida 1970-1971 Cancer Chemotherapy Fellowship, Tel Hashomer Hospital, University of Tel Aviv Medical Center, Israel

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• Award Most Compassionate Resident Kresge Eye Institute

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• Advisor

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• Scholarship

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• Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology

Dr. Scott Cardone, MD is a board-certified and fellowship trained pediatric ophthalmologist with extensive experience in the medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases in children. Dr. Cardone specializes in the treatment of amblyopia, commonly known as "lazy eye", and both pediatric and adult strabismus surgery to correct eye misalignment. Dr. Cardone also performs surgery to treat pediatric tear duct blockages, eyelid disorders, ROP laser surgery for premature infants, as well as general pediatric eyecare. Dr. Cardone received his sub-specialty training in pediatric ophthalmology at Baylor University- Texas Children's Hospital, widely regarded as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the country. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Maryland General Hospital, serving as chief resident and president of the Resident Staff Committee. He received his medical degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine and his undergraduate degree at Duke University. Dr. Cardone is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and member of the American Academy of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, as well as the Broward County Medical Association. He has also authored various articles and reports in the field of pediatric ophthalmology, as well as lectured on various topics of pediatric ophthalmology in the community.